Pediatric Medical Assistant - Patient-Centered Care

Summit Health; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health is seeking a Medical Assistant in New Jersey to support physicians and care teams with clerical tasks, patient flow, and procedure coordination. You will schedule tests, manage orders in the PMS and EHR, and assist with pre-admission processes to ensure smooth patient care.

The role requires a Medical Assistant Certification, Heart saver certification, and 2–4 years of experience, with strong English communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant Certification required.
• Heart saver certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician/PA/NP with clerical duties and patient flow.
• Schedule and enter diagnostic tests in orders system per workflows.
• Coordinate required testing and ensure consent/documents are on site for admission.
• Arrange surgery schedule and distribute types.
• Enter orders and schedule appointments in PMS and EHR and communicate issues to supervisor.

Skills

Medical Assistant

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Certification

Heart saver certification

Tools

EHR

PMS

Job description

Summit Health is seeking a Medical Assistant in New Jersey to support physicians and care teams with clerical tasks, patient flow, and procedure coordination. You will schedule tests, manage orders in the PMS and EHR, and assist with pre-admission processes to ensure smooth patient care.

The role requires a Medical Assistant Certification, Heart saver certification, and 2–4 years of experience, with strong English communication and interpersonal skills.